Kelua - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kelua is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Nakrundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelua is 424312. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kelua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelua
As per Census 2011, Kelua village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 101 males and 115 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 79 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Kelua
Kelua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kelua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kelua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kelua is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kelua
Where is Kelua located?
Kelua village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelua is Nakrundi.
What is the pincode of Kelua?
The pincode of Kelua is 766037.
What is the population of Kelua?
Kelua has a total population of 216, including 101 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kelua?
There are 49 households in Kelua.
What is the literacy rate in Kelua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelua is 14.35%. Male literacy is 21.78% and female literacy is 7.83%.